Locked On Kentucky - Daily Podcast On Kentucky Wildcats Football & Basketball

That's the worst first half the Kentucky Wildcat have played in a long, long time. Is Mark Pope already losing his grasp on the program after such a promising first season? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball's loss to the Gonzaga Bulldogs in Nashville. It was one of the worst games Kentucky has ever had, full stop - and with Jayden Quaintance still on t...

The Kentucky Wildcats might be entering a bad matchup in Nashville against the Gonzaga Bulldogs… At quite possibly the worst moment for Mark Pope. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews Kentucky basketballs match up with Gonzaga. Although Jaland Lowe might be back for the Wildcats, UK does not seem to match up well with the incredible front court of Braden Huff and Graham Ik...

SEC shakeup: blockbuster coaching hires and playoff drama headline championship week. With Lane Kiffin joining LSU, Alex Golesh on board at Auburn, and Jon Sumrall taking the helm at Florida, the conference landscape is primed for surprises—are these bold moves enough to shift power in the SEC? Brandon Olsen and the Locked On Podcast Network squad debate the intrigue behind every new hire, break d...

The Kentucky Wildcats could not buy a basket in the second half and LOST to the North Carolina Tar Heels... it's getting very, very bad for UK. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe reacts to Kentucky basketball's loss to North Carolina. Mark Pope's offense did absolutely nothing in the second half, and it leaves us with some very serious concerns about the Wildcats. Support Us By S...

The Kentucky Wildcats have fired head football coach Mark Stoops after 13 seasons with UK. Was this the right move? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe reacts to Mark Stoops being fired by Kentucky football. Was the decision made too late? Could Will Stein or Dan Mullen be up next in Lexington? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks Save big on unforgettable gifts wit...

The Kentucky Wildcats might be firing Mark Stoops, the winningest coach in school history. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe explains why it's time for Kentucky football to move on from head coach Mark Stoops after a recent decline - and a more recent shutout vs Louisville. If the Wildcats do move on, Will Stein, Dan Mullen, and Bob Chesney are all names to consider. Also, the N...

According to the stats, the Kentucky Wildcats are one of the unluckiest teams in college basketball... But are they really? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses whether or not Mark Pope's Kentucky basketball team is simply unlucky... or doesn't play with enough drive and energy. Also, did the Wildcats make the wrong decision by sitting on their hands and letting the oppor...

SEC rivalry week ramps up as playoff dreams and coaching rumors swirl. Can Alabama’s defense shut down Auburn in the Iron Bowl, or will house money and chaos reign in Jordan-Hare? Brandon Olsen, Chris Gordy, Steven Willis, and the squad debate playoff bids, shocking upsets, and which blueblood—Georgia or Texas A&M—faces a must-win scenario. Heated discussions erupt around Lane Kiffin’s future, wit...

Kentucky basketball absolutely blew out Tennessee Tech on Wednesday night despite a very slow start. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps the Kentucky Wildcats vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles. A very slow start to the game was negated by an insane shooting performance in the second half, in which Trent Noah and Denzel Aberdeen went nuts. Can Kentucky take this momentum into...

The Kentucky Wildcats should expect to blow Tennessee Tech out of the water, and honestly they need to. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews Kentucky basketball vs Tennessee Tech. The Golden Eagles are a bad squad that Mark Pope's team should dominate. Also, UK desperately needs to beat Caleb Wilson and the North Carolina Tar Heels next week, and Bracketology doesn't matte...

Jayden Quaintance should be returning soon for the Kentucky Wildcats, and if he does, it could change the trajectory of the 'Cats season. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses why JQ's return for Kentucky basketball might completely change Mark Pope's second season in Lexington. Also, Jaland Lowe is still out, so what does Kentucky do at point guard now with quality compet...

The Kentucky Wildcats made some improvements vs Loyola Maryland after losing badly to Michigan State. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball vs Loyola Maryland. Kam Williams had himself a great night, while Kentucky showed *some* of the adjustments we wanted them to make. Can the balanced scoring effort continue for UK, or does someone need to step forward...

Kentucky Wildcats face mounting pressure as they prepare to host Loyola Maryland, but will Mark Pope tighten his rotations and prioritize winning over analytics? Lance Dawe questions recent lineup choices, highlights the need for stronger effort from Brandon Garrison, and calls for the eye test to take precedence over raw box scores. Is the talent on Kentucky’s roster being wasted, or can adjustme...

Lane Kiffin's potential departure from Ole Miss dominates SEC headlines as both Florida and LSU reportedly offer massive guaranteed contracts. Is the Rebels coach truly losing sleep over leaving Oxford during their best season in decades? The SEC Squad breaks down Week 13's most critical matchups, including Vanderbilt's historic playoff push against Kentucky and Diego Pavia's Heisman candidacy. Th...

The Kentucky Wildcats looked like trash against a beatable Michigan State team. It's officially time to panic, given Mark Pope's energy and attitude. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball vs Michigan State Spartans. Everything was out of sync from the jump, and the Wildcats just simply elected not to defend MSU's outside shooting. No Jaland Lowe, no Jayden...

The Kentucky Wildcats need to have a strong, physical performance in order to top Michigan State in the Champions Classic. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews Kentucky basketball vs the Michigan State Spartans. MSU rolls in having already beaten the Arkansas Razorbacks, and will test the physicality of Mark Pope's squad. Can Otega Oweh step up, as well as Denzel Aberdeen...

Mo Dioubate went off for a double-double in Kentucky basketball's massive win over Eastern Illinois. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps the Kentucky Wildcats Vs Eastern Illinois Panthers. Mark Pope's squad rode a balanced scoring effort to arguably the most dominant win of Pope's career at UK. Is it enough to hold Big Blue Nation over after the loss to Louisville - and eno...

Jaland Lowe has been injured AGAIN, and will be out an unknown amount of time for Kentucky basketball. Is it time to panic for Mark Pope? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the latest news surrounding Jaland Lowe reaggravating his shoulder injury. Without him, the Kentucky Wildcats might be panicking a bit as they wade into non-conference play without Lowe and Jayden Qu...

  The argument that BYU and Utah are undervalued by the College Football Playoff Committee often centers on a deep-seated institutional and brand bias that favors traditional powerhouses. Despite both teams—especially after joining the new P4 conference—amassing solid resumes, the committee’s ranking logic appears inconsistent when compared to peer teams from the SEC or Big Ten. For BYU, the under...

The Kentucky Wildcats could not complete the huge comeback, failing in the final moments against the Louisville Cardinals. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball vs Louisville. It was a rough day for Kentucky's perimeter defense, which could not contain Mikel Brown Jr, Ryan Conwell, and Isaac McKneely. Does Mark Pope's team have major defensive concerns, or...

Mark Pope and Kentucky basketball have a huge game against the Louisville Cardinals. Can they find a way to win? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews the Kentucky Wildcats vs the Louisville Cardinals. With Jaland Lowe now back, the Cats are looking to go all out on offense against one of the best teams in the country. Also, Christian Collins has been predicted to commit to...

The Kentucky Wildcats looked amazing on offense against Valparaiso basketball, due in part to Jaland Lowe's return. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps the Kentucky Wildcats vs Valparaiso Beacons. Mark Pope and the Cats benefitted from incredible play from top to bottom, but Jaland Lowe clearly elevates the team's floor on offense. Malachi Moreno and Brandon Garrison domina...

Jaland Lowe is returning vs Valpo tonight, and Kentucky basketball should greatly benefit from it. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews the Kentucky Wildcats vs Valparaiso Beacons. The offense should look much smoother with Lowe in the lineup. Also, Tyran Stokes has withdrawn from Notre Dame High School. Are there any attitude concerns for UK? And the Wildcats are "team gr...

The first batch of College Football Playoff Rankings has been released. What do they say about the current state of the SEC? The Auburn Tigers fired head coach Hugh Freeze. Then, Week 11 predictions for big matchups. The LSU Tigers are traveling to take on the Alabama Crimson Tide, while the Georgia Bulldogs are heading to Starkville to face the Mississippi State Bulldogs and more!   Follow & Subs...

Can Mark Stoops save his job with the Kentucky Wildcats this weekend by beating the Florida Gators? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe sits down with Brandon Olsen, host of Locked On Gators. The two preview Kentucky football vs Florida football, and discuss whether or not a win saves Mark Stoops - or if a bad loss could push him out of Lexington. Also, can DJ Lagway and Cutter Bo...